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5-bedroom house for sale in Clinton Hill

237 Washington Ave, Clinton Hill, Brooklyn, New York, NY, 11205

$6,500,000
Asking price · in USD
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About this home

House for sale in Clinton Hill, Brooklyn: 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. Asking price $6,500,000. Built in 1901.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

237 Washington Avenue Fort Greene, Brooklyn Classic Brooklyn Brownstone. Completely Reimagined. A stunning blend of historic character and modern luxury, 237 Washington Avenue is a beautifully renovated and expanded two-family brownstone offering five bedrooms, four-and-a-half bathrooms, and exceptional flexibility in one of Brooklyn's most desirable neighborhoods. Thoughtfully redesigned from top to bottom, the home features soaring ceilings, gorgeous hardwood floors, elegant architectural details, and beautifully proportioned living spaces. At its heart is a spectacular chef's kitchen with custom cabinetry, an oversized island, premium finishes, and direct access to a private deck-perfect for indoor-outdoor entertaining. An entire floor is dedicated to the expansive primary suite, creating a private retreat within the home. Additional bedrooms offer generous space for family, guests, or a home office, while beautifully appointed bathrooms provide a refined, contemporary feel throughout. The finished lower level includes a private sauna, bringing a touch of spa-like luxury to everyday living. Outside, a spacious paved private yard provides another inviting setting for entertaining or relaxing. Configured as a two-family residence, the property can also be enjoyed as a gracious single-family home with a separate guest or in-law suite, or a dedicated recreation and entertaining level. Historic charm, modern comfort, and the versatility to make it your own. Welcome to 237 Washington Avenue. Call or email anytime to schedule an appointment. #realestatedoneright

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Roofy listing score

Grade C, 68/100 · Fairly complete

How complete and honest this listing is, from what the source sites show and Roofy’s own checks. It isn’t a rating of the home or the agent. How the score works

  • Photos25/25
    • Full points: 28 photos15/15
    • Full points: Large, clear photos (about 1,000 px)10/10
  • Details13/20
    • Full points: Price stated3/3
    • Full points: Bedrooms stated2/2
    • Full points: Bathrooms stated2/2
    • No points: No size0/2
    • Does not apply: Move-in date: does not apply2/2
    • Does not apply: Lease length: does not apply1/1
    • No points: No pet policy0/1
    • No points: Laundry not mentioned0/1
    • No points: Heat and utilities not mentioned0/1
    • No points: No amenities listed0/2
    • Full points: Description of 232 words3/3
  • True cost11/15
    • Some points: Taxes not stated4/8
    • Full points: Price in line with similar homes in its neighborhood7/7
  • Accuracy9/15
    • Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
    • Problem: Differs from city records (built 1879, 3 homes)2/5
    • Full points: Confirmed on its source site 3 days ago4/4
  • Legal10/10
    • Full points: No fair-housing problems found in the wording6/6
    • Full points: The agent’s license is active4/4
  • Trust0/15
    • No points: Not claimed on Roofy by the agent or owner0/10
    • No points: The agent is not verified on Roofy0/5

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Scored Nov 2, 2026 · Score version 1. No one can pay to change a score.

Buying costs

What this price means for you: the monthly payment, and New York’s mansion tax, which the buyer pays on a home of $1 million or more.

Compared with the area

Asks $6,500,000, 110% above the median asking price for homes for sale with 4+ bedrooms in Clinton Hill.

Median here
$3,100,000
11 listings, last 90 days

Asking prices of listings on Roofy and listing sites in the last 90 days, not signed leases or sale prices. One currency, never converted.

More about Clinton Hill

Location

Location as the listing shows it.Open in Google Maps

Nearby transit

  • Clinton-Washington AvsG6 min walk
  • Classon AvG9 min walk
  • Lafayette AvC14 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 13

Distance only, not school zones. Check the zoned school with NYC Public Schools.

The building

3 units · 3 floors · built 1879

Building record (NYC)

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

237 Washington Avenue · BBL 3-01918-0033 · built 1879 · 3 units

Roofy building score 3/100 · Serious issuesAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
Walk-up apartment building
Open HPD violations
12 (A 6 · B 0 · C 0)
Heat complaints
0 this season
Complaints, last 12 months
0
Rent stabilization
None in 2018–2024 tax bills
Last sale (12-month file)
No sales in our 12-month file

No open immediately hazardous (Class C) violations.

See the full building record

Public NYC records about the building, not about the person listing it. Buyers and renters can see them on city websites too. Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOF).

Added to Roofy Oct 29, 2026Last checked on Realtor.com Oct 29, 2026Roofy doesn’t verify listings. Never send money before seeing a home.

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